The All-Time Best-Tasting Hot Dogs (July 2007 Vol 26 Iss 11)

This Fourth of July, Americans will gobble up 150 million hot dogs at backyard babecues and pool parties. Of course, this staple isn't a nutritional treasure, thanks to a plethora of preservatives and saturated fat. But there are some lowfat and organic options. Below, four franks worty of your grill.

Lowfat

Organic

Turkey

All-Beef
Hebrew National's 97% Fat Free Beef Frank Organic Prairie Uncured Beef Hot Dog Oscar Mayer Turkey Frank Nathan's Famous Skinless Beef Frank
45 calories, 1.5 g fat 120 calories, 11g fat 100 calories, 8 g fat 170 calories, 15 g fat
"With ketchup and mustard, you can't even tell it's lowfat," exclaimed one fan. Staffers like how the frank had a slightly spicy taste, without being too overpowering or salty. Testers applauded the frank's beefy consistency, but some thought the flavor was too mild. "This one's ideal for the grill," said one taster. "It brings out a nice smoky flavor." Although staffers were wary of this dog's light color, they were pleasantly surprised. "Unlike other turkey franks, this one wasn't too rubbery or bland," said one. This classic hot dog got the highest score. "It has a great beefy texture," said one enthusiast. But with 6 grams of saturated fat, this frank is a once-in-a-while-treat.